Security Cleared Data Professional- Defence Programme

Security Cleared Data Professional
- Defence Programme

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Join a flagship Defence programme contributing to the development and deployment of data management applications within a secure and complex environment. This role offers the opportunity to gain security clearance, work with cutting-edge technologies like Palantir Foundry, and build strategic capabilities in data modelling and application development.

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to identify and prioritise Key User Requirements (KURs)
• Design and develop data-driven applications and features aligned to user needs
• Build and manage data pipelines for ingestion and live data integration
• Lead application/feature deployment through the 'Go Live' process
• Conduct user trials and demonstrations to refine product functionality
• Ensure architectural coherence across a portfolio of applications
• Scope and define requirements for new applications or enhancements
• Operate or learn to operate Palantir Foundry as part of the delivery stack
• Work on site 2/3 days per week with potential to travel to other sites when required
• Maintain SOX control responsibilities where applicable

• Current UK Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the following
• Strong understanding of data modelling (conceptual, logical, physical)
• Experience in building scalable, efficient data systems and architectures
• Ability to perform data profiling and resolve data quality issues
• Experience in application design and development
• General SQEP (Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person) in data modelling and engineering
• Experience with Palantir Foundry
• Prior experience in Defence environments or Healthcare environments also advantageous
• Familiarity with secure data handling and Defence digital standards

• Be part of a high-profile Defence initiative and gain/enhance security clearance
• Develop Palantir Foundry expertise — a strategic capability for future projects

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.